Get real by mara rockliff

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In this frank, teenfriendly manifesto, rockliff reveals what todays youth are really buying when they spend their money on a cell phone, a cheap tshirt, or fast foodand shows the way to better choices, both for people and the planet. See all books authored by mara rockliff, including mesmerized. Mara rockliffs recent books include the busiest street in town an indienext pick. Get real has been selected as an honor book in the nonfiction category for the 2011 green earth book award. How a german baker helped win the american revolution ebook written by mara rockliff. Mara rockliff books list of books by author mara rockliff. Can we really change the world with our wallets is the question rockliff asks readers to ponder in her 2010 book, get real. Try asking for the jeans sewn by a worker earning more than a few cents. Mara rockliff is the author of many lively historical books for children, including mesmerized.

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Mara rockliff is currently considered a single author. In this frank, teenfriendly manifesto, mara rockliff reveals what youre really buying when you spend your money on a cell phone, a cheap tshirt, or fast food and. Her newest titles are doctor esperanto and the language of hope and lights. Mara rockliff s get real is a work of young adult nonfiction that aims to address, in fewer than 100 pages and with an abundance of edgy graphics, the emotional, physical, environmental and economic implications of american consumerism. Two suffragists, a kitten, and 10,000 miles and anything but ordinary addie. The united states and canada comprise 5% of the worlds. Start seeing the world for real, and discover how you can make a difference. Baddeleys illustrations capture the tennis action well, but the story is the real attraction. Mara rockliff tells the story of a girl who grew up loving stories and became an acclaimed storyteller and an inspiration in her own right. And i have a mad crush on the nondidactic make the world a better place message thats in your picture books and get real.

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Mara rockliffs get real is a work of young adult nonfiction that aims to address, in fewer than 100 pages and with an abundance of edgy graphics, the emotional, physical, environmental and economic implications of american consumerism. In short chapters, she covers topics ranging from landfills, the carbon footprint, and advertising scams to sweatshops, chemical retardants, and. Mara rockliff s get real is a great informational book geared toward teenagers that discusses the harms that multinational corporations can cause to the world, especially to the environment and living conditions of its workers. My heart will not sit down by mara rockliff, ann tanksley. Alice the thrilling true adventures of the first woman filmmaker film book for kids, nonfiction picture book, inspiring ch hardcover. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders.

How ben franklin solved a mystery that baffled all of france, winner of the cook prize and an orbis pictus honor book. In her book you will find very intriguing topics that leave you wanting to know more. Rockliff explains simply how mass consumerism is destroying the planet and how how you spend your money can make a difference. The true story of adelaide herrmann, queen of magic, as well as mesmerized. To the internet archive community, time is running out. How a german baker helped win the american revolution. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. How ben franklin solved a mystery that baffled all of france, on librarything librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers home groups talk zeitgeist. Organic, fair trade, and recycled goods are better for the environment and for the people, plants and animals who inhabit it. In this frank, teenfriendly manifesto, rockliff reveals what todays youth are really buying when they spend their. Mara rockliff a consumer guide for tweens provides insight into a range of topics from truth about fastfood nutrition to the environmental costs of cheap products, and shares related counsel on how to make. Get real by mara rockliff is available in these libraries. Nov 01, 2011 can you change the world with your wallet. A delightful way to introduce two fascinating historical figures.

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